Glitter Got You Down?

Who doesn't love the sparkly luster of glitter nail polish? It's like jewelry for your nails. However removing the hardened lacquer is enough to keep many enthusiasts from indulging in some glittery goodness. Thankfully there is a trick to hassle-free removal:

-Rip two or three cotton balls (depending on the size) into 10 equal strips.
-Soak each strip in nail polish remover (or pure acetone - it will work faster).   
-Place one on each nail, pressing down so the cotton covers the whole nail.
-Wait two to three minutes and gently wipe the softened glitter polish away.
-Finish by rubbing a little cuticle oil on each nail as polish remover and acetone are very drying.

Lights...Camera...Mani!

 Jazz up a simple manicure with some striping tape and a glitter polish from the same color family. If you don't layer your glitter polish too thick it will actually be more chip resistant than regular polish.

 Here I added a little flair with a non-traditional glitter chevron French. Always remember to cap the free edge and use a high quality top coat that provides both durability and shine!

Polish Like A Rock Star

Why not pay tribute to your favorite rock star with your mani? Nothing is more rock and roll than a little drama and flair on your nails! For this look, my muse was my client's favorite singer, David Bowie and more specifically the cover of his Aladdin Sane album.

Using the photo as inspiration, I hand-painted the lightning bolt design on the nails with a striping brush. Anything can inspire nail art, so the next time you watch your favorite movie or hear your favorite song, etc - think about how you can visually translate the things that you love the most to wear on your nails. Develop a style that is uniquely you!

Glitter Polish

Nothing adds sparkle to the fun and flirty fashion of warm weather quite like glitter polish. Summer is full of picnics, barbecues, and trips to the beach, so what better way to accessorize than with a spectacular mani and pedi that will have you twinkling right alongside the crystal blue water and glimmering night sky? An added benefit -- glitter polish is super durable and lasts longer than traditional polish, especially on your toes. This look is a fashionable favorite of celebrities such as Katy Perry, Nina Dobrev, Jennifer Lopez, Vanessa Hudgens and Pink. To glitz up your manis and pedis, try any of Deborah Lippman's amazing glitter polishes (my personal favorite is "Happy Birthday").